Property Overview:
969 Folsom Ave is a single-family home in Hayward, CA 94544, originally built in 1936. The property features 2-3 bedrooms, 1-2 bathrooms, and 1,236 sq. ft. of living space on a 9,971 sq. ft. lot (approx. 0.229 acres). The home has been fully remodeled with high-end finishes and offers room to expand or add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). The most recent sale was for $820,000 on 03/19/2020; current estimated value is around $627,400–$719,397.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 8.8% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 12.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).
- Moderate overall crime risk with 21–22 criminal and sex offenders within 1 mile.
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Ruus Elementary, Cesar Chavez Middle, Tennyson High, Tyrrell Elementary, and Leadership Public Schools - Hayward.- Average SAT score: 933 (below state average of 975).
- Schools are generally below average.
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Job Market:
- 55% white-collar jobs, 45% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 4.6% (slightly lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 66,787 (16.1% growth since 2000).
- 71.3% families with children.
- Largest age group: 25–34 years (16.93%); second largest: 35–44 years (14.16%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Very high earthquake risk.
- Very low tornado risk.
- Moderate to low flood risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 46.4°F (January), 78.3°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 20.2 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0.1 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $53,538.
- Average annual spending: $44,948.
Property Features:
- Fully remodeled with high-end travertine floors, oak engineered hardwood floors, and craftsman molding throughout.
- Modern kitchen:
- Stainless steel appliances (stove, dishwasher).
- Huge quartz island with ample storage.
- Bathrooms: Beautifully updated with quality finishes.
- Separate laundry room.
- New roof and new doors.
- Beautifully landscaped front yard.
- Large lot with room for RV and boat parking.
- Potential for expansion or ADU/In-Law unit (buyer to verify with city).
- Open floor plan with recessed lighting throughout.
- Plenty of parking space.
Location Benefits:
- Central Hayward location with easy access to amenities, restaurants, shopping, and schools.
- Convenient to major freeways (580/880/92), Oakland-San Jose-SF airports, Cal-State University, and Southland Mall.
- Commuter-friendly and ideal for family living or entertaining.
- Rare opportunity with huge potential for future value and flexibility.